Our Academy

Mission Statement 

St. Gregory the Great School commits itself to the education of the whole person, (mind, body, and soul) through a vibrant academic and faith-filled Catholic environment.

Vision Statement

A St. Gregory the Great student is creative and has fully realized their potential. They use their knowledge, strengths, and talents to give back to their community, and be useful global citizens. 

St. Gregory the Great Catholic Academy is a Community Where Great Things Happen… 

  • To Create – Fostering inherent curiosity through critical thinking, the arts, and technology 
  • To Grow – Nurturing and strengthening young minds and bodies to lay a foundation for life

About Our Academy

St. Gregory the Great Catholic Academy, located in Bellerose, NY, is a Catholic elementary school. The original school was founded in 1953 under the supervision of Father Daniel J. Holloran with the Sisters of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Dubuque, Iowa, serving as faculty. Later, the Ursuline Sisters and Dominican Nuns from Amityville shared their presence with the lay faculty of the school at different times.

At St. Gregory the Great Catholic Academy, the pastoral staff, administration, faculty, and parents realize that our mission is to commit ourselves to the education of the whole person (mind, body, and soul) through a vibrant academic and faith-filled Catholic environment.

As an institution of Catholic education, St. Gregory’s embraces the teaching of Jesus Christ through a daily commitment to spirituality and academics. We strive to provide an environment that fosters strong faith in God, Christian values, and the love of learning. Our goal for each student encompasses the personal peace and fulfillment that result from an intimate and ongoing relationship with God, along with academic achievement of state and diocesan standards.

Today, under the supervision of Mr. Joseph Paniccia as principal and a professional teaching staff of 20 lay teachers, the school serves children in kindergarten to eighth grade. The parish priests, led by Pastor Rev. Edward Kachurka, coordinate religious studies in school, lead monthly class mass celebrations, and observe religious holidays.

Our elementary education curriculum centers on Catholic principles within a God-centered, faith-filled learning environment. We strive to meet or exceed all New York State Next Generation Learning Standards.

In addition, we offer many extracurricular activities, as well as an extended care program (before and after-school coverage available).